St. Mark's UMC Tour Program Options

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* 1. St. Mark’s Hospitality Ministry would like to thank all of you who participated in our first two Travel with St. Mark’s trips. What an amazing time connecting with fellow St. Mark’s friends while experiencing fun new places. Whether you have participated in the past, or are interested in joining us on a future trip, we would love to have your input. We are planning for new destinations and invite you to indicate your top TWO choices below.

Option One: New York
Take a bite of the "Big Apple" and experience the energy of New York City. Enjoy a remarkable Broadway show and an inside perspective on the most exciting city on earth during our Manhattan sightseeing tour. Shopping and photography opportunities are exceptional and New York’s food scene is nothing less than phenomenal.

Option Two: Washington D.C.
"The Federal City", "America's Paris", a "City of Southern Efficiency and Northern Charm" ...however you regard Washington, D.C., it fulfills its reputation as an imperial city with amazing vibrant energy. Join a trip to experience the Capitol, the White House, National Mall, Smithsonian museums, the memorials, Ford's Theater and a stunning botanical garden!

Option Three: Cruise - Hawaii
Enjoy Hawaii with its breathtaking beauty, blue waters, and white sand beaches as we head out to explore four islands and tour the most important attractions of our 50th state aboard the newest cruise ship in the islands, the "Pride of America

Option Four: Cruise - Alaska
This once-in-a-lifetime Alaska Cruise Tour begins in Vancouver, the bustling west coast seaport, includes a full day visit to Victoria Island, along with some of the greatest experiences during the 7-day Glacier Discovery Cruise.

Option Five: Cruise - Caribbean
Treat yourself to a tropical paradise adventure aboard a Caribbean cruise. Get ready to relax and enjoy the culture and colors of the islands as they come to life the moment you step on board.

Option Six: The Sound of Music
Hum along as we tour the best, most charming, and most beautiful places of southern Germany and Austria. Our tailormade adventure takes you to some of the most unique places those two countries have to offer. A tour no true Sound of Music fan should miss. Visit all the movie locations and explore the countryside just outside of Salzburg in Austria, and much, much more!

Option Seven: Italy
This journey will not only delight in the "First we eat, then we do everything else"-nation, but bask in a parade of passion for food, a love affair with century-old traditions, art, music, fashion, and literature. A country unchanged since medieval times, decorated with country churches, beautiful abbeys, thousand-year-old villages, and hilltop castles.

Option Eight: New England
New England is steeped in history and known for its amazing fall foliage. On this tour you’ll have a chance to experience the spectacular beauty and historic places. Visit Boston, Acadia National Park, New Hampshire and the scenic White Mountains, drive through Franconia Notch and along the Kancamagus Highway, well known as one of the country’s best fall foliage viewing areas. Enjoy a Colonial-style dinner at the historic Salem Cross Inn near Sturbridge and a lobster bake in the seaside town of Bar Harbor. With the gorgeous scenery, interesting historic sights, and fun adventures, it’s a journey not to be missed!

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